Cedar Rapids

St. Ambrose, Mount Mercy University complete first step in historic merger
St. Ambrose University has officially become the “parent company” of Mount Mercy University, 10 months after the universities announced their historic merger at a press conference held on Mount Mercy’s campus Aug. 1, 2024. “Today, we are officially one, combined…
Eight things to know about NewBo City Market
By Sarah Binder CEDAR RAPIDS–The NewBo City Market is working on the finishing touches. Staff…

New venture offers business credit repair
By Pat Shaver CEDAR RAPIDS — For Fred and Susan Dumbaugh, their initial business ventures may…

Bata’s Restaurant opens in NewBo neighborhood
By Pat Shaver CEDAR RAPIDS — A father-and-son team is opening a new restaurant in the…

Flooded to the roof
Gutter and roofing company recovers from 2008 flood By Pat Shaver CEDAR RAPIDS — Rod Manson’s…

United Fire Group weathers the storm
By Gigi Wood CEDAR RAPIDS — They have a lot to celebrate. United Fire Group,…
Museum on schedule for July grand opening
By Pat Shaver Photos provided by the National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library CEDAR…







